Position : Recreational Therapist
Location : Correctional Facility in Lancaster, California
Pay Rate : $61.00 to $63.00 per hour
Schedule : Full-time, 6-month contract (eligible for extension)
Requirements
- Minimum of 12 months of continuous experience in direct patient care within the past 3 years in a public or private institution
- Current clinical competencies
- Valid photo identification (Drivers License or Passport)
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- National or California Recreational Therapist certification
Benefits
Health insurance coverageWeekly direct deposit payroll40 hours of paid sick timeContract extension bonusPre-employment screenings fully covered (physical, drug test, mask fit, and background check)Potential for permanent state employment with full benefits if positions become availableKey Responsibilities
Communicate changes in patient conditions to the Director of Recreational Therapy and interdisciplinary teamProvide feedback on patient responses, interventions, and progress toward therapeutic objectivesConduct assessments on psychosocial, leisure, and recreational skill developmentDocument therapeutic interventions in alignment with the patient's care planInstruct patients in coping skills and stress management techniquesApply counseling and therapeutic methods for psychiatric, trauma, and substance use casesFacilitate group sessions, utilizing knowledge of group dynamics and therapy practices